We represent companies active in commodity trading and shipping activities, trade finance and related services.

Foreword from the Secretary-General Florence Schurch

Since the clay tablets discovered in Uruk—documenting contracts, debt instruments, and rudimentary accounting—reveal that Sumerians established extensive trade networks with the Indian subcontinent over 5,000 years ago, exemplifying sophisticated capitalist societies millennia before Adam Smith articulated his economic theories.

Throughout human history, periods characterized by free trade have invariably fostered widespread prosperity it is the cornerstone of poverty eradication. The unprecedented reduction in world poverty over the last three decades is testimony to its results. When governments implement protectionism, restrictive regulations, or heightened taxation, societies typically experience diminished well-being. Yet agile merchants consistently adapt, redirecting their commercial activities toward more welcoming markets.

Countries that embrace open markets consistently demonstrate accelerated growth, greater innovation, higher productivity, and greater opportunities for their citizens. Switzerland, a country without raw materials, is a prime example of how this economic philosophy can be put into practice.

While commodity trading has evolved significantly, it remains in perpetual transformation. Trading entities serve as catalysts in this evolution, pioneering initiatives and developing solutions that enhance working conditions throughout global supply chains.

SUISSENÉGOCE proudly advocates for Swiss-based commodities trading companies, championing their interests and illuminating their vital contribution to our national economy. I invite you to discover our initiatives and appreciate the profound impact this dynamic sector exerts on Switzerland’s economic vitality and global standing.